David Lawson, Author at Finding the Light Counselling & Coaching

Speaking Kindly to Yourself

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 18, 2026 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

Its sometimes much easier to be kind to others than it is to be kind to ourselves. We can offer a friend who is made a mistake encouragement, patience and understanding. But when it comes to ourselves we tend to be more self-critical. The good news is that speaking kindly to ourselves is a skill you can learn. Pay attention to your inner voice Notice how you talk to yourself during everyday moments – when you’re running late, make an... read more

5 Relationship Killers that You Must Avoid

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 11, 2026 | Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling

Relationships are made and broken all around us. Sometimes, we can become apprehensive about our own relationships. We try to protect what we cherish the most. We try to look at ways and means how we can keep our relationship flame burning. However, at the same time, we don’t realise that there are things we may do that can destroy a beautiful relationship. I think, it is these things – which are mostly behavioural traits – that we... read more

7 Tips for Starving Negative Self-Talk

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 4, 2026 | General Counselling, Life Coaching

You’re caught up in a cycle. You know the one. You’ve been talking down to yourself for a while. Every word in your mind points out your flaws and mistakes to where you think you’re going to go crazy from listening to it if you haven’t already. Negative self-talk gets in your head, courtesy of previous experiences, and negative input from people who don’t always mean well. Once there, it plays the same song on repeat, growing somehow worse with... read more

Trust and Confidence Go Hand-in-Hand

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Mar 29, 2026 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Self Esteem

If you have had a difficult time trusting yourself, it may be a sign that you lack confidence. You cannot develop any trust without confidence. Confidence makes us secure in our abilities, strong in our convictions and know when you are wrong. No one is born with confidence. It is something people learn and develop during their lives. Let’s explore how you can develop your confidence and trust yourself. Fear is the biggest detractor from... read more

Six Secrets For “Flowing” Relationships

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Mar 20, 2026 | Relationship Counselling

Contrary to what you have heard, it’s not your looks, your money, your job or even your luck, that’s going to keep you in a great relationship, and keep it sizzling. No, the secret is how we go about it. 1. Stop competing with each other! Good relationships are about being on the same side. What’s the purpose in scoring all those points? Sure, you may cross the finish line first today, and maybe tomorrow as well. But you’ll be... read more